Four years on, 12 years after the annexation of Crimea, russia’s war on Ukraine continues... The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations and member organisations stand with Ukraine and the global Ukrainian community to mark the anniversary of russia’s full-scale invasion with commemorative events across all states. Join your local state hromada to come together, … [Read more...]

One movement built on dignity. One decision that betrays it. At the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games, russia and belarus are set to compete under their national flags and anthems. With 2 clicks, send an email to your local MP urging them to support Ukraine’s global call to reverse this decision: standwithukraine.good.do/paralympics2026/act/ russian and belarusian … [Read more...]

Protecting Kherson. Saving lives and holding the line. Standing with 37th Separate Marine Brigade (37 окрема бригада морської піхоти) Your generous donations to the Defend Ukraine Appeal have helped us deliver critical support to the 37th Separate Marine Brigade. Evacuation boats Vehicles Sleeping bags Motors Specialised equipment Drones Thank you to our … [Read more...]

Yesterday, Kateryna Argyrou, Chair of the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) presented evidence before the Senate committee examining the effectiveness of sanctions against the russian federation. The AFUO was joined by Andriy Mencinsky, President of the Ukrainian Council of NSW – ОУГ НПВ).  Speaking on behalf of the Ukrainian community in … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) congratulates Peter Shmigel on receiving the Amber Heart recognition from Andrii Sybiha, Ukraine’s Minister of Foreign Affairs. Presented by Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia, HE Vasyl Myroshnychenko, at the Ukrainian Council of NSW - ОУГ НПВ NSW Parliamentary screening last week, the award recognises Peter’s … [Read more...]

Thanks to the generosity of supporters of the Ukraine Crisis Appeal, powered by RAWCS - Rotary Australia World Community Service and supported by Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations, vital generators and power banks have been delivered to help keep children warm, safe, and connected during ongoing power outages. In a country where electricity and … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations, in collaboration with Future Ukraine, is pleased to share that the first generator funded through the Warmth for Ukraine campaign has been successfully delivered to a school in Ukraine. This vital support helps ensure light, warmth, and continuity of learning for children and educators facing ongoing energy … [Read more...]

Kateryna Argyrou, Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) Chair, and Andriy Mencinsky, President of the Ukrainian Council of NSW - ОУГ НПВ, have been invited to speak at the Senate committee hearing today (Tues Feb 18) on the effectiveness of sanctions on the russian federation. Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfzDYzzTJnQ (10:00am - 5:00pm AEDT, Kateryna … [Read more...]

The Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (AFUO) welcomes the recent morning briefing about Ukraine at the British Consulate General Sydney, hosted by Dr Brian J Jones, Acting High Commissioner of the British High Commission. Kateryna Argyrou, Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Sydney and AFUO Chair, alongside H. E. Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to … [Read more...]

Across Australia, Ukrainian community members - supported by the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations - stand in solidarity with Ukrainians and supporters worldwide, calling on the International Olympic Committee to reverse the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych for his act of remembrance. Vladyslav was disqualified … [Read more...]